Actuaries wage levels in New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ

In New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, a Actuaries job reaches Level III at $166,338 a year, which means 3 entries in the H-1B lottery.

SOC 15-2011 · OEWS area 35620 · OFLC wage year 2026-27

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The four thresholds

Actuaries (SOC 15-2011), New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ
LevelEntriesPer yearPer hour
Level I1$100,610$48.37
Level II2$133,474$64.17
Level III3$166,338$79.97
Level IV4$199,202$95.77

Annual amounts are the hourly rate × 2,080, rounded up to the dollar.

Example

At $180,000 this job is Level III. To reach Level IV you need $199,202 (+$19,202). Estimated odds without a US master's: 59% → 69%.

The level you register binds the petition. The salary must be a bona fide offer.

What this occupation covers

Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.

OFLC wage year 2026-27 (BLS OEWS May 2025) · file released · page built · Rule: 90 FR 60864

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